16853 Lancaster Road
Description
desirable split-bedroom floor plan in the established community of Mill Pond Acres in Lewes,
Delaware. Offering three bedrooms, three full baths, and the rare advantage of two private
suites, this thoughtfully designed home provides exceptional flexibility for guests,
multigenerational living, or a comfortable work-from-home lifestyle. Designed for easy everyday living and effortless entertaining, the bright open floor...Welcome to 16853 Lancaster Road, a meticulously maintained single-level home with a
desirable split-bedroom floor plan in the established community of Mill Pond Acres in Lewes,
Delaware. Offering three bedrooms, three full baths, and the rare advantage of two private
suites, this thoughtfully designed home provides exceptional flexibility for guests,
multigenerational living, or a comfortable work-from-home lifestyle. Designed for easy everyday living and effortless entertaining, the bright open floor plan features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout the main living areas. The spacious great room is anchored by a cozy fireplace and filled with natural light from expansive windows and glass
doors that seamlessly connect the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The adjoining kitchen is both functional and inviting, offering granite countertops, abundant
cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, recessed lighting, and a large center island with breakfast
bar seating—perfect for casual meals, gathering with family, or entertaining friends. The spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful retreat with a private bath featuring a dual vanity and tiled shower. Privately situated on the opposite side of the home, the second suite offers its own beautifully updated bathroom with upgraded finishes, providing outstanding privacy for family or guests. An additional guest bedroom, currently used as a family room and home office, is conveniently located next to the third full bathroom. Step outside to your own backyard retreat, where mature landscaping surrounds multiple patios
and inviting seating areas designed for relaxing or entertaining. The fully fenced yard also
includes a storage shed and offers plenty of room to create your dream outdoor oasis, including
space for a future pool. Mill Pond Acres offers one of the area’s most unique lifestyle amenities with community access
to Red Mill Pond, Delaware’s largest freshwater lake. Launch your boat, kayak, canoe, or stand-up paddleboard from the community ramp and enjoy fishing, paddling, or peaceful days on the
water just moments from home. Ideally located just minutes from Historic Lewes, Lewes Beach, Cape Henlopen State Park,
shopping, dining, and miles of scenic walking and biking trails, 16853 Lancaster Road offers
the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and the relaxed coastal lifestyle that makes
Lewes one of Delaware’s most desirable places to call home.
Location
Sold By Monument Sotheby's International Realty
$3,076 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$2,990
$87
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1Property Information for 16853 Lancaster Road
Property Details
- Taxes: $1,038 / year
- MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
- County: Sussex County
- Tax ID Number: 334-01.00-146.00
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Condo Coop Association: No
- HOA: No
- Structure Type: Detached
- Style: Coastal, Contemporary
- Levels/Stories: 1
- Waterfront: No
- Views: Garden/Lawn
- Garage: Yes
- Subdivision: MILL POND ACRES (1)
- Subdivision: MILL POND ACRES (1) (SUSSEX DE)
- Building Name: NONE AVAILABLE (LEWES DE)
- Legal Subdivision: Mill Pond Acres (1)
- Total Parking Spaces: 6
- Central Air: Yes
- Basement: No
- Above Grade Finished SQFT: 2,050.00
- Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
- Below Grade Finished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Fin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Below Grade Unfinished SQFT: .00
- Below Grade Unfin SQFT Source: Assessor
- Total Below Grade SQFT: .00
- Total Below Grade SQFT Source: Assessor
- New Construction: No
Building Information
- Stories: 1
- Year Built: 2013
- Lot Size: 0.29 AC / 12,632 SF
Location
- In City Limits: No
- School District Name: CAPE HENLOPEN
- School District County ID: 300200396895
- SchoolDistrictSource: Listing Agent
- County: SUSSEX
- MLS Area: Lewes Rehoboth Hundred (31009)
Waterfront / Water Access
- Water View: No
- Water Access: No
- Water Oriented: No
- Navigable Water: No
- Tidal Water: No
- Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
- Property Manager Y/N: No
- Senior Community: No
- Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
- Tax Year: 2025
- Year Assessed: 2025
- Clean Green Assessed: No
- Land Use Code: 1 1
- Historic: No
- Zoning: AR-1
- School Tax: $933
- Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Lease Information
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pet Restrictions: Dogs OK, Cats OK
Rooms
- # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 3
- # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
- Room List: Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Great Room, Laundry, Primary Bathroom, Full Bath, Additional Bedroom
- Stories: Main
Rooms Information
- Room Type: Great Room
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Flooring - HardWood, Fireplace - Other
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Lighting - Pendants, Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - HardWood, Countertop(s) - Granite, Pantry, Breakfast Bar, Kitchen - Eat-in, Crown Molding
- Room Type: Primary Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - HardWood, Crown Molding, Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Room Type: Primary Bathroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Double Sink, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Room Type: Laundry
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Lighting - Recessed, Flooring - Tile/Brick
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Tub Shower
- Room Type: Additional Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Attached Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Room Type: Full Bath
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Tile/Brick, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower
- Room Type: Additional Bedroom
- Room Level: Main
- Room Exists: Yes
- Room Features: Flooring - Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
Building Info
- Total Finished SQFT: 2,050.00
- Total Finished SQFT Source: Estimated
- Tax Total Finished SQFT: 1,870.00
- Total SQFT: 2,050.00
- Total SQFT Source: Estimated
- Construction Materials: Stick Built
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Carpet, Tile/Brick
- Foundation Details: Crawl Space
- Room and Floor: Bedrooms-Main Level-1, Bedrooms-Main Level-2, Bedrooms-Main Level-3, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-1, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-2, Bathrooms Full-Main Level-3
- # Bathrooms Full: 3
- # Bathrooms Half: 0
- Other Structure: Above Grade, Below Grade
Lot / Land Information
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Size Dimensions: 100.00 x 127.00
- Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
- Lot Features: Cleared
- Road Frontage Length: 100.00
- Fencing: Rear, Fully, Vinyl
- Parcel ID: 5188402
- Ground Rent Exists: No
- Ground Rent Years Remaining: 0
Parking
- Type Of Parking: Attached Garage, Driveway
- Num of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
- Driveway - # of Spaces: 4
- Total Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Paved Driveway
- Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry, Garage Door Opener
Interior Features
- Interior Features: Kitchen - Gourmet, Kitchen - Island, Upgraded Countertops, Entry Level Bedroom, Walk-in Closet(s), Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Dining Area, Floor Plan - Open, Wood Floors, Recessed Lighting, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplaces Count: 1
- Fireplace Features: Mantel(s), Gas/Propane, Fireplace - Glass Doors
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Oven/Range - Electric, Oven - Self Cleaning, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater - Tankless
- Accessibility Features: None
- Door Features: Insulated
- Window Features: Insulated
- Virtual Tour URL Unbranded: https://bcove.video/4wQ2W53
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Outside Shower
- Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
- Pool: No Pool
Utilities
- Heating: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Heat Pump - Gas BackUp
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Propane - Leased
- Hot Water: Propane
- Water Source: Public
- Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Property History for 16853 Lancaster Road
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1950546660 | $560,000 | +14.1% / yr |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | $560,000 | — |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | — | |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | — | |
| Jul 22, 2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | $575,000 | — |
| Jun 15, 2012 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #336230563 | $85,000 | — |
| Jul 16, 2010 | Expired BRIGHT #1001686542 | $129,900 | — |
| Jul 16, 2009 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001686542 | $129,900 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2026 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1950546660 | $560,000 +14.1% / yr |
| 09/25/2026 | Closed BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | $560,000 |
| 08/11/2026 | Pending BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | — |
| 08/11/2026 | Active Under Contract BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | — |
| 07/22/2026 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #DESU2116520 | $575,000 |
| 06/15/2012 | Closed (Public Record) Public Record #336230563 | $85,000 |
| 07/16/2010 | Expired BRIGHT #1001686542 | $129,900 |
| 07/16/2009 | Listed (Active) BRIGHT #1001686542 | $129,900 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public records
16853 Lancaster Road
Beds
3Baths
3Total Finished SqFt
1,870 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt
1,870 SqFtStories
1Lot Size
12,702 SqFtSchools near 16853 Lancaster Road
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | K to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shields (Richard A.) Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Mariner Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Cape Henlopen High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Frederick D Thomas Middle School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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